Chilhowie High vs Northumberland High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Virginia, United States, 479 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chilhowie High
Chilhowie · Public high · Grades 9–12
384 students
Northumberland High
Heathsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
380 students
| Measure | Chilhowie High Chilhowie, Virginia | Northumberland High Heathsville, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 317 | #272 of 317 |
| National rank | #4825 of 16,910 | #5101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 384 | 380 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 380 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 101% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 77% |
| city | Chilhowie | Heathsville |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chilhowie High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.8 vs 62.8).
- •Chilhowie High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 77%).
- •Chilhowie High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Northumberland High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 101%).
- •Northumberland High does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.8).
- •Chilhowie High is the larger school with 384 students compared with 380.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chilhowie High better than Northumberland High?
On the Success Index (US), Chilhowie High ranks higher (63.8 vs 62.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chilhowie High and Northumberland High?
About 479 km in a straight line, between Chilhowie and Heathsville in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chilhowie High: 384. Northumberland High: 380. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chilhowie High and Northumberland High rank in Virginia?
Chilhowie High is 260th of 317 and Northumberland High is 272nd of 317 among high schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).